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Trader Joe’s Gummy Worms Trigger Diarrhea, Gas—No Fiber Warning

5/23/2026

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Employees said the zero-sugar Sweet & Sour Gummy Worms caused excessive gas and digestive discomfort for shoppers.
A Reddit post disclosed that each serving contains 14 grams of fiber, about 70 grams per bag, and the packaging lacks a high-fiber warning.
Several buyers reported prolonged diarrhea lasting up to three days after eating an entire bag.
Trader Joe’s did not respond to media inquiries about the product’s labeling or side effects.

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Employees said the zero-sugar Sweet & Sour Gummy Worms caused excessive gas and digestive discomfort for shoppers.
A Reddit post disclosed that each serving contains 14 grams of fiber, about 70 grams per bag, and the packaging lacks a high-fiber warning.
Several buyers reported prolonged diarrhea lasting up to three days after eating an entire bag.
Trader Joe’s did not respond to media inquiries about the product’s labeling or side effects.